The Mount Sinai Health System has received a subpoena from a grand jury requesting information on adolescent patients who have received gender-related care. This was confirmed by a hospital spokeswoman on Friday. This makes Mount Sinai the second hospital in Manhattan to disclose that it is under federal investigation for its gender-transition treatments for minors. […]
The Ebola outbreak in Central Africa has potential to escalate significantly, reaching 20,000 cases or even more. This estimate hinges on the speed at which infected individuals are isolated. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released computer model scenarios on Friday. These scenarios predict a range from 10,000 to beyond 20,000 cases. If […]
Several diabetes experts faced removal by police at a prominent medical conference. Their removal happened as they distributed an editorial criticizing the Trump administration’s impact on scientific research. The incident occurred during the American Diabetes Association meeting in New Orleans. This was shortly before Dr. Jay Bhattacharya was scheduled to speak. An organizer later announced […]
The Greyhound Bar & Grill in Los Angeles bustles with soccer fans celebrating with drinks during the Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. The atmosphere is charged with excitement, as patrons purchase $1,300 worth of alcohol less than half an hour into the game. Fans like Madeline Guillen, 28, feel that sports and […]
Health workers are taking protective measures at an Ebola treatment center in Monigi, Democratic Republic of Congo, as of June 2, 2026. According to projections by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Africa could lead to 20,000 cases and over 4,000 deaths in the next three months. […]
Incident Highlights Quick Response to Pool Danger A father from California highlighted the rapid nature of accidents near water when his young daughter, Aria, fell into a pool while playing nearby. On May 17, 2026, Keoki (Stephan) Silva, 43, was watching his 23-month-old daughter in Bakersfield. Aria was playing near the pool, repeatedly reaching for […]
Background on Jesse Ridgway’s Decision YouTuber Jesse Ridgway and his wife, Ashley, made headlines after choosing to terminate a pregnancy due to Trisomy 21, a condition also known as Down syndrome. Ridgway, known as @McJuggerNuggets, shared this difficult decision on social media, noting the emotional impact, particularly for Ashley, who underwent the procedure. His post […]
Millions are set to attend World Cup matches across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico starting June 11. Public health officials are gearing up to ensure the safety of fans at 104 matches in 16 cities, despite reduced federal health presence and funding in the U.S. This has increased the responsibilities for host city health departments, […]
Welcome to the first week of our summer initiative, designed to encourage you to touch grass. This means putting down your phone and reconnecting with the real world. Throughout June, we’ll provide evidence-based exercises to help you step away from screens. Many people worry about their device usage. More than half of U.S. adults feel […]
Philanthropist Melinda French Gates has announced a significant expansion of her efforts to improve women’s health worldwide. She is pledging an additional $215 million towards contraceptive access, maternal care, and initiatives for middle-aged women, including research on menopause. This new funding brings her total contributions for women’s health to over $600 million in just the […]